Job Description - Fellow position in "Novel carbon-based electrodes for energy storage application" (2400006N)
Project: ORANGEES- ORgANics for Green Electrochemical Energy Storage Commitment & contract: Fellowship, collaboration contract, 19 months ABOUT US At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarters are strictly interconnected with the other 11 centers around Italy and two outstations based in the US. We promote excellence in basic and applied research such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, nanotechnology, materials for a truly multidisciplinary scientific experience.
YOUR TEAM You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where physicists, chemists, engineers, material scientists, biotechnologists and biologists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal. The Advanced Materials for Sustainable Future Technologies Research Unit is coordinated by Prof. Fabrizio Pirri, who has extensive experience in technologies for the energetic transition.
The research focuses on the development of novel carbon-based electrodes for electrochemical energy storage application. This includes experimental and modeling activities.
Your main responsibilities will be: Characterization of hybrid (carbon-metal) electrodesProcessing and optimization of green slurriesModeling of electrode/electrolyte interfacesESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A MSc degree in Engineering, Physics and similar disciplinesDocumented experience in electrochemical characterization of materials and/or devices for the energetic transition, modeling, electrode fabricationKnowledge of devices for the electrochemical energy storageAbility to properly report, organize and publish research dataGood command of spoken and written EnglishADDITIONAL SKILLS Strong problem-solving attitudeHigh motivation to learnSpirit of innovation and creativityGood at time and priority managementAbility to work in a challenging and international environmentAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environmentCOMPENSATION PACKAGE Competitive salary for international standardsWide range of staff discountsCandidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There is a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation.If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in. They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission.If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!
Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications) and contact details of 2 references. We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security. Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 - email: ****** - kindly note that this e-mail address is exclusively reserved for handling data protection issues. Please, do not use this e-mail address to send any document and/or request of information about this opening). Primary LocationTORINO ENVIPARK
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OrganizationAdvanced Materials for Sustainable Future Technologies
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